WH Chapter 6, Part B

Multiple Choice

Why did a divided Italy benefit Austria in the early 19th century?

• It made it easier for Austria to control Northern Italy and influence other regions.

• It allowed Italy to form a strong alliance with Austria.

• It prevented France from gaining power in Europe.

• It encouraged economic cooperation among Italian states.

Multiple Choice

How did nationalist agitation in Italy plant seeds for future unity despite early failures.?

• Nationalist agitation in Italy resulted in a decline of cultural identity and local governance.
• Nationalist movements in Italy focused solely on economic reforms without addressing unity.
• Nationalist agitation in Italy created a shared identity and highlighted the need for unity, paving the way for future successful unification efforts.
• Nationalist agitation in Italy led to increased regional conflicts and division among states.

Multiple Choice

Which leader founded Young Italy and what was its main goal?

• Giuseppe Garibaldi; to create an Italian republic

• Victor Emmanuel II; to unite Sardinia

• Giuseppe Mazzini; to constitute Italy as a free, independent, republican nation

• Camillo Cavour; to reform Sardinia's economy

Multiple Select

Which of the following were actions taken by Camillo Cavour to strengthen Sardinia?

• Improved agriculture

• Encouraged commerce by supporting free trade

• Built railroads

• Negotiated with Garibaldi for southern Italy

Fill in the Blank

In 1858, Cavour negotiated a secret deal with ___, who promised to aid Sardinia in case it faced a war with Austria.

Multiple Choice

What role did Garibaldi and his 'Red Shirts' play in the unification of Italy?

• Garibaldi and his 'Red Shirts' were known for their diplomatic efforts to unite Italy without conflict.
• Garibaldi and his 'Red Shirts' were primarily political advisors during the unification of Italy.
• Garibaldi and his 'Red Shirts' were key military leaders in the unification of Italy, helping to conquer territories and rallying support for the cause.
• Garibaldi and his 'Red Shirts' focused on economic reforms rather than military actions in Italy.

Fill in the Blank

In 1870 French troops were forced to leave ______. Italian soldiers entered the city and named it the new capital of Italy.

Multiple Select

What were two major problems faced by the new Italian nation after unification?

• Regional differences between North and South

• Hostility between the state and the Roman Catholic church

• Economic prosperity in the South

• Strong tradition of unity

Multiple Choice

How did the Italian government attempt to address social unrest and turmoil in the late 1800s, and what was one consequence of these efforts?

• By granting universal suffrage and abolishing the monarchy, leading to immediate peace

• By extending suffrage to more men and passing social laws, but also seeking overseas expansion to distract from domestic issues

• By increasing industrialization and focusing solely on economic growth, which solved all unrest

• By isolating Italy from foreign affairs and focusing only on rural development

Multiple Choice

In what ways did Italy progress economically after 1900?

• Italy's economy was primarily based on agriculture with no industrial growth.
• Italy regressed economically due to agricultural decline and social unrest.
• Italy progressed economically through industrialization and infrastructure development.

• Italy saw no significant changes in literacy or class structure after 1900.